A frozen dessert made with whipped cream, eggs, and fruit syrup; also a dessert served in a tall glass with layers of ice cream, fruit, and syrup.
From French 'parfait,' meaning 'perfect' (from Latin 'perfectus'). Named for being a perfectly smooth, creamy frozen dessert. French version is richer and heavier; American version is lighter with whipped toppings.
True French parfaits were invented in 1600s Paris and don't contain ice cream at all—just whipped cream, eggs, sugar, and flavorings frozen together—creating a silkier texture than ice cream because there's no ice crystal formation.
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